Hafnarfjörður the town of elves and lava

Bright Days in Hafnarfjörður - Summer Festival in Iceland

The aim of Bright Days is to provide entertainment for locals and visitors, and to promote Hafnarfjordur arts and artists. The varied programme offers something for everyone.

Hafnarfjörður is one of the oldest communities in Iceland. merchandts have been peddling their wares and fishermen landing their catches here continuously since the 14th century.

The most remarkable physical characteristics of Hafnarfjörður are the wildly shaped lava formations where some people beleive are the homes of elves and hidden people. You can even have a The Elf Walk Tour or The Hidden Worlds Tour at the magical Hellisgerði Park.